2016 Cuvee Constantin Magnum

Truly a snap shot of our red wine production in 2016. This wine is comprised of almost equal parts of our two estate vineyards and shows off a whole cluster character - one element we love to incorporate in various wines for different reasons. Both fruit forward and savory, this concentrated wine has elegant tannins, firm acidity, and a supple texture that frames the dark berry, plum, earth, and spice character.

La Belle Promenade is comprised of 33 acres of volcanic soils, with the western portion of the site consisting of a thick layer of fractured basalt. The vineyard was planted in 2014 to 26 acres of Pinot Noir, 5 acres of Chardonnay and 2 acres of Pinot Meunier. Due in part to its high elevation, this site allows for great diversity in concert with our other estate vineyard.

The Flanerie Vineyard, planted in 2003, sits facing due east on the southern edge of the Ribbon Ridge AVA. The terrain is comprised of a thin layer of topsoil over a deep seam of marine sedimentary motherock. These dry farmed vines produce intense wines with dark fruit and unique meaty/ savory signature.

This is a beautiful site planted with a mix of clones, collected by the owner, Craig Williams, throughout his years working in California wine industry. The finished wines from these deep Jory soils yield a vivid wine that explodes with juicy red fruit.